D-Link WUA-1340 Quick Install Manual

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A computer or laptop with an available USB 2.0 port
Windows® 2000 or XP
300MHz processor and at least 64MB of RAM
Properly installed and working USB Controller
An 802.11g or 802.11b access point (for Infrastructure

mode), or another 802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter (for
Ad-Hoc networking mode.)

Package Contents

System Requirements

If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller.

D-Link WUA-1340
Wireless G USB 2.0 Adapter

Cradle

Manual, software, and
warranty on CD

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Hardware Overview

USB Port

Used to connect the WUA-1340 to
your computer.

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The WUA-1340 lets you access your stored data and media les using a

wireless connection from virtually anywhere within the operating range of
your wireless network. Keep in mind, however, that the number, thickness
and location of walls, ceilings, or other objects that the wireless signals
must pass through, may limit the range. Typical ranges vary depending on
the types of materials and background RF (radio frequency) noise in your
home or business. The key to maximizing wireless range is to follow these
basic guidelines:

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Keep the number of walls and ceilings between the WUA-1340 and other
network devices to a minimum - each wall or ceiling can reduce your
WUA-1340’s range from 3-90 feet (1-30 meters.) Position your devices
so that the number of walls or ceilings is minimized.

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Be aware of the direct line between network devices. A wall that is 1.5
feet thick (.5 meters), at a 45-degree angle appears to be almost 3 feet (1
meter) thick. At a 2-degree angle it looks over 42 feet (14 meters) thick!
Position devices so that the signal will travel straight through a wall or
ceiling (instead of at an angle) for better reception.

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Keep your product away (at least 3-6 feet or 1-2 meters) from electrical
devices or appliances that generate RF noise.

Building Materials make a difference. A solid metal door or aluminum
studs may have a negative effect on range. Try to position access points,
wireless routers, and computers so that the signal passes through drywall
or open doorways. Materials and objects such as glass, steel, metal,

walls with insulation, water (sh tanks), mirrors, le cabinets, brick, and

concrete will degrade your wireless signal.

If you are using 2.4GHz cordless phones or X-10 (wireless products
such as ceiling fans, lights, and home security systems), your wireless
connection may degrade dramatically or drop completely. Make sure
your 2.4GHz phone base is as far away from your wireless devices as
possible. The base transmits a signal even if the phone in not in use.

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Wireless Installation Considerations

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Turn on the computer and Insert the D-Link WUA-1340 Driver CD in the
CD-ROM drive. The step-by-step instructions that follow are shown in
Windows® XP. The steps and screens are similar for the other Windows®
operating systems.

Note: Do NOT install the WUA-1340 Wireless G USB

Adapter into your computer before installing the driver
software from the D-Link CD!

Click Install Drivers.

If the CD Autorun function does not automatically start on your computer,
type “D:\Drivers\setup.exe”. If it does start, proceed to the next screen.

Software Installation

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The InstallShield Wizard window
will appear.
Click Next to continue.

By default setup will install to the
default location: C:\Program Files\
Wireless G WUA-1340, where C:
represents the drive letter of your
hard drive. To install to a different
location click Browse and specify the
location. Click Next.

Select the Program Files folder
location. Click Next to continue.

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The D-Link configuration wizard will
now appear.

If you are using Windows® XP (SP2),
you will have the option to use either
the D-Link utility or the built-in
Windows® Wireless utility.

Click Next to continue.

Insert the adapter into an available
USB port on your computer.

Optional: If desired or necessary,
attach the cradle between the WUA­1340 and your computer.

If the Found New Hardware Wizard
appears, click Cancel.

Click Next to continue.

Enter the network name (SSID). If
you enter the SSID incorrectly, you
will automatically be brought to the
site survey page.

Click Next to continue or click Scan
to display the site survey page.

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Click the Scan button to display a list
of wireless networks (site survey).
Click on the network name (SSID)
and click Connect.

If the wireless network you are trying
to connect to is encrypted, enter the
WEP key or WPA-PSK passphrase.
Click Next to continue.

Click Finish to continue. If you are
prompted to reboot your computer,
select Yes, I want to restart my
computer now.

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Hold the USB adapter with both hands.

Apply little force to slowly pull out the cover
from both sides.

Insert the WUA-1340 into an available
USB port on your computer.

Optional: If desired or necessary, attach
the cradle between the WUA-1340 and
your computer.

USB Installation

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Connect to a Wireless Network

The WUA-1340 uses the Conguration Utility as the management

software. The utility provides the user an easy interface to change any
settings related to the wireless adapter. After you have completed the
installation of the WUA-1340 and whenever you start the computer,

the Conguration Utility starts automatically and the system tray

icon is loaded in the toolbar. Clicking on the utility icon will start the

Conguration Utility.

If you are using Windows® XP, please skip to page 11.

This window will allow you to see available wireless networks in your
area. Simply click the network (SSID) you want to connect to and
click the

Connect button. If you are connecting to a secure network,
you will be prompted to enter the encryption key. Please refer to the
Wireless Security section in the manual located on the D-Link CD.

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Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility. The following
instructions are for Service Pack 2 users.

If you receive the Wireless Networks
Detected bubble, click on the center
of the bubble to access the utility.

You may also right-click on the
wireless computer icon in your
system tray (lower-right corner next
to the time). Select

View Available

Wireless Networks.

The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on
a network and click the

Connect button.

Refer to the manual for information on connecting to a secure network.

Windows® XP Configuration Utility

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Technical Support

D-Link’s website contains the latest user documentation and

software updates for D-Link products.

U.S. and Canadian customers can contact D-Link Technical

Support through our website or by phone.

United States

Telephone

[phone]

Twenty four hours a day, seven days a week.

World Wide Web

http://support.dlink.com

E-mail

[email protected]

Canada

Telephone

[phone]

Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 9:00pm EST.

World Wide Web

http://support.dlink.ca

E-mail

[email protected]

Version 1.0

Revised 12/15/2005

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Copyright ©2005 D-Link Corporation/D-Link Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. D-Link, the D-Link logo are registered trademarks
of D-Link Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Other trademarks are the property of their
respective owners. Maximum wireless signal rate based on IEEE Standard 802.11g specifications. Actual data throughput will
vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and
network overhead lower actual data throughput rate. Product specifications, size and shape are subject to change without notice,
and actual product appearance may differ from that depicted on the packaging. Visit www.dlink.com for more details.